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Ingredients
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1 cup fresh asparagus, trimmed
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½ cup ricotta cheese
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¼ cup olive oil
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 pinch red pepper flakes, or to taste
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salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
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2 tablespoons heavy cream
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2 tablespoons chopped herbs, such as basil, parsley, rosemary, thyme (Optional)
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1 pound pizza dough (see footnote for recipe link)
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1 tablespoon flour, for dusting
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½ cup diced smoked ham
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½ cup shredded sharp white Cheddar cheese
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1 tablespoon finely grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
Directions
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Preheat an oven to 550 degrees F (285 degrees C).
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Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add asparagus and cook uncovered until just tender, about 2 minutes. Drain in a colander, then immediately immerse in ice water for several minutes. Once asparagus is cold, drain well and set aside.
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Combine ricotta, olive oil, garlic, red pepper flakes, salt, black pepper, and heavy cream in a small bowl. Stir in fresh herbs (if using) and set aside.
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To shape the pizza dough, sprinkle the countertop and dough surface with flour and lightly pat flat. Use a rolling pin to form a thin disk about 9 inches in diameter. Transfer to a baking sheet.
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Spread ricotta mixture over crust, top with ham and asparagus. Sprinkle with Cheddar and Parmigiano-Reggiano cheeses.
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Place baking sheet on the bottom rack of the preheated oven and bake for 5 minutes. Transfer the baking sheet to the top rack and bake for an additional 5 minutes.
Editor's Note:
This recipe calls for Chef John's Easy Homemade Pizza Dough.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
1129 | Calories |
57g | Fat |
115g | Carbs |
37g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 2 | |
Calories 1129 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat 57g | 73% |
Saturated Fat 16g | 79% |
Cholesterol 71mg | 24% |
Sodium 2246mg | 98% |
Total Carbohydrate 115g | 42% |
Dietary Fiber 5g | 17% |
Total Sugars 14g | |
Protein 37g | 73% |
Vitamin C 17mg | 19% |
Calcium 271mg | 21% |
Iron 8mg | 45% |
Potassium 316mg | 7% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.